Northern Moms Philippines Christmas 2019 at Tinker House

     Last December 10, 2019,  Northern Moms Philippines had an afternoon of learning while having fun at Tinker House SM City Fairview branch with our dear readers and their little kids. We had an afternoon full of arts and crafts activities from Tinker House and the experience is one for the books.

     It's my first time to step inside a playhouse full of art materials, building tools, and science equipment. Their tagline "where curiosity grows" empowers kids to design, build and discover and Tinker House is on a mission to help nurture the next generation of creatives, innovators, scientists, inventors, and artists- one tinker project at a time! The kids were already doing the first activity when I arrived at the venue and the curious cat in me decided to join the fun!

Northern Moms Philippines Christmas 2019
Louisa and yours truly with our dear readers and their awesome kids!

National Gifted Week 2019 Kite Flying Event with Promil Four

     In this digital age, technology has shaped and changed our lives in so many ways. We are living in an era where learning and information are easily accessible in just one tap or click. These advancements make our life easy but it comes with pros and cons in every aspect of living. As a parent, I'm thankful that my son has developed fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination early because of his iPad and other gadgets at home.

     On the other hand, I'm worried now that he is becoming addicted to online games and the adult-child conversations and interactions have been limited unlike before that the parents of my generation taught us the importance of learning in physical play. Mommies and daddies, what childhood activity you miss the most? Is kite-flying one of your afternoon bonding moments with your family and friends? This tradition is still alive and Promil Four invited us last month to join the biggest celebration that aims to nurture the gift of every child- National Gifted Week 2019 Kite Flying Event. Sharing some highlights of the event and the importance of this activity in nurturing your child's gift.

National Gifted Week 2019 Kite Flying Event with Promil Four
Burnham Green Park- all set for the kite-flying event

Northern Moms Philippines Christmas 2019

     Northern Moms Philippines has prepared something special for the holidays! We'll be having an intimate activity at Tinker House and I'm inviting 1 lucky mommy to join me!

     Win a chance to join me and Northern Moms Philippines on December 4 at Tinker House SM Fairview for some arts and crafts, snacks and more!

Northern Moms Philippines Christmas 2019

Feature: Promil Four 3D Pop-Up Theater

     Hello mommies! Have you tried the Promil Four Spot the Gift App already? If not, try it now because Promil is giving an interesting freebie when you buy the Promil Four 1.8kg in select stores nationwide. It's something that will help you nurture the gift further.

     Presenting Promil Four 3D Pop-Up Theater- a super fun 3D book that encourages your kid to customized their play in order to enhance their gifts based on the results of the Spot the Gift app. It's something that will also help moms in nurturing the gift/s of their children. Sharing how we to play the pop-up theater and how to relate this in my son's Spot the Gift results below.

Feature: Promil Four 3D Pop-Up Theater
3D Pop-Up Theater Book, magnifying and 3d glasses

Jollibee Jolly Racers

     My son is a fan of race cars that's why when he saw the latest kiddie toys from Jollibee last weekend, he told me that he wants to collect all! Have you seen the latest from Jollibee? I presume some of you have been collecting them already.

     This May, kids can have plenty of fun and an exhilarating playtime with their friends as they imagine being racers. Kids can speed around with Jollibee and Friends riding their Jolly Racers which come with every Jollibee Kiddie Meal.

Jollibee Jolly Racers

Jollibee Pop-Out Pens

     My son favorite hobby is drawing and doodling. He's a budding artist that's why I always support him whenever he is requesting for a new set of pens or crayon. I always find comfort when he shows me his drawings because I really see his artistic side.

     Doodling is a fun hobby and this year, make it more exciting as Jollibee kick off a new year with some fun and creativity with Jollibee’s new Jolly Kiddie Meal Pop-Out Pens. 

Jollibee Pop-Out Pens 
photo grabbed from Jollibee's Facebook Page

Toys 'R' Us Uptown Mall Now Open

     There's one store that Kenzo visits whenever we go shopping- a toy store! It's a normal thing for kids to check what's new in every toy store they visit. Kenzo's favorite toy store is Toys 'R' Us. He buys his Tomica, Hot Wheels, Fast Lane die cast cars there because they have wide assortment of models. This toy store is still the most established toy company in the world because they have a solid reputation of bringing quality branded toys that's why shopping experience at Toys 'R' Us is still the best.

     Last November 30, we were invited to witness the opening of Toys 'R' Us 30th stand alone store in Uptown Mall Bonifacio Global City. Toy enthusiasts within the Taguig area and its surrounding cities will now have a toy shopping experience like no other. Toys 'R' Us unveiled their newest store with an event filled with promotions and special events. So without further ado, sharing with you below the highlights of the store opening and a surprise toy unboxing review of Kenzo :)

Toys 'R' Us Uptown Mall Now Open

Dino Play at the Mind Museum

     Kenzo is fascinated with dinosaurs. I guess, kids this age will always wonder about the creatures who walked on earth million years ago. I asked my son why he likes to see a real dinosaur, his answer "I want to hear them roar and see how big they are." Kids like Kenzo can now learn and experience everything about dinosaurs. 

     Satisfy their curiosity and visit the interactive museum that caters to all things dinosaur! We visited The Mind Museum weeks ago and Kenzo got a chance to interact with other kids inside the latest travelling exhibition- Dino Play: Explore the Mind-blowing World of Dinosaurs. Before I show you what activities are in store for you, this exhibit will be at The Mind Museum for a limited time only. So plan your visit now!

Dino Play at the Mind Museum

 
     Dino Play was launched last June 29 and all the dinosaur fans are invited to come and explore the world of dinosaurs. A replica of Tyrannosaurus Rex's foot print welcomes the guests upon entering the venue.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
A foot print of Tyrannosaurus Rex

 
     There's a vintage original Sarao Motors jeep that Kenzo noticed first. He checked out the jeep before going inside the exhibit. He likes cars and other kinds of transportation so he will not let this one pass.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
Kenzo inside a vintage Sarao jeep

The Dino Play Adventure

     The adventure begins by introducing guests as to what dinosaurs actually are, and how they are related to the more familiar, modern reptiles. I enjoyed this part of the tour because I really learned a lot and discovered some trivia about dinosaurs.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
Kenzo pointing the location of Philippines in this giant map

Dino Play is divided into four nests:

1. Dino Dig

     Be a paleontologist for a day! Paleontologists, or scientists who study dinosaurs and ancient biology through fossils, regularly go to the field and dust off rocks to look for fossils and what their surroundings imply about the dead creature and its previous life.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
Dino Dig

 
     Here, guests use their Paleontologist Field Kits to reveal fossils hidden in the excavation sites! Kenzo enjoyed being a Paleontologist that day. Amidst the coarse texture of the sand, he gamely use his kit to dig and dust off rocks to see what lies beneath. He found a large fossil of fighting dinosaurs in the photo below.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
Dino Dig

2. Dino Lab

     It's time to investigate the fossils to discover at Dino Lab. It's the second nest where you can examine actual fossil remains. Take a look at dinosaur bones, petrified wood, ancient shelled creatures called ammonites, and even dinosaur poop that has since turned to stone.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
Dino Lab

 
     I also enjoyed examining different fossils inside this nest. Kenzo and I were examining a baby dinosaur fossils (head) and for us to know what kind of dinosaur it is, we need to use the magnifying glass then observe its appearance then locate the name of that dinosaur in the given chart.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
Dino Lab

3. Dino Fun

     This is the third nest where you can go hands-on with a variety of activities. These activities are actually for kids to learn and play on their own. They can do this with other kids just be sure to guard them at all times and assist them in the following activities:

A. Make your own fossils- using sand art materials.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
Make your own fossils

B. Dino Family Tree- Play and learn about a day in the life of a dinosaur.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
Dino Family Tree

C. Dino Lookout Tower- climb and spot any rogue dinosaurs that may be hiding in the vicinity!

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
Dino Look Out Tower

4. Dino Den

     Once you've fully immersed yourself in the world of dinosaurs, why not become one yourself in the Dino Den? In this activity area recommended for kids 2-8 years old, they can put on their dinosaur costumes and stomp around in a forest land with their friends and classmates.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum
Dino Den

 
     Each nest not only provides you and your family with fun activities but also with ample information on how dinosaurs lived and are studied. Adult Guides are also provided for parents and teachers; these are manuals that can be found in each nest, highlighting the activities and supplementary information they can use to engage their students and enhance their learning experience.

Dino Play at the Mind Museum

 
     Even the outside areas provide interactive learning: you can measure your height and compare this to those of the dinosaurs!

Dino Play at the Mind Museum

 
     Dino Play provides an excellent opportunity for kids and kids at heart to learn about some of the most intriguing creatures that have ever lived in our Earth’s history! Thank you so much, The Mind Museum for having us. Kenzo not only enjoyed the day but he learned so many things inside Dino Play's nests. 

For more information or for interested parties who would want to host the Dino Play exhibition, 

visit their website at www.themindmuseum.org

send an email to:  inquiry@themindmuseum.org

Like them on Facebook: The Mind Museum

Follow on Twitter: @themindmuseum

Follow on Instagram: @themindmuseum

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*The Mind Museum’s traveling exhibition Dino Play will be on display in the Museum for a limited run, until September 30, 2016 only. The exhibition aims to travel to cities and provinces around the country as part of The Mind Museum’s mission to bring science closer to the general public. 

Jollibee Fun Catcher: Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids!

     Christmas is the time of giving and sharing. It's the day where kids receive special gifts from their parents, relatives, and loved ones. I'm sure that some of you already have their gifts under the Christmas tree and waiting to be given on Christmas Eve.

     For those who are busy and still have no idea what to give to their kids, inaanaks, pamangkins, and their friends and relatives who have kids, fret not because Jollibee has something special to offer. Presenting this limited edition premium toy- The Jollibee Fun Catcher! More details of this amazing toy below :)

Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids: Jollibee Fun Catcher

     For kids, Christmas is indeed the most wonderful time of the year. with the excitement and anticipation of family feasts and the numerous presents they will receive. This holiday season, Jollibee is helping moms and dads get the perfect gift for the kids with the limited edition Fun Catcher.

Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids: Jollibee Fun Catcher

     The battery-operated Fun-Catcher is Jollibee's version of a favorite arcade game-where kids and kids-at-heart are challenged to grab a sweet treat using a joystick-controlled mechanical claw.

Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids: Jollibee Fun Catcher
Inside the box

Instructions on how operate Jollibee Fun Catcher and to start the game:

1. Unscrew the cover and insert three (3) AA batteries.

2. Open the lid to put the treats.

Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids: Jollibee Fun Catcher
Put the sweet treats inside Jollibee Fun Catcher

3. Insert the coin to activate the Fun Catcher. Accepted coins are:

• P 0.25
• P 0.50
• P 1.00
• P 5.00
• P 10.00

Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids: Jollibee Fun Catcher
Insert a coin to activate the Jollibee Fun Catcher

4. Use the joystick to control the claw and drop the prize into the hole:

• Left joystick to move the claw forward and backward.
• Middle joystick to move the claw left and right.
• Right joystick to move the claw up and down.

Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids: Jollibee Fun Catcher
Operating and playing instructions of Jollibee Fun Catcher

5. Get the prize!

6. Keep activating the Fun Catcher whenever you're craving for sweet treats!

7. After some time, open the lid at the bottom and get your savings

Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids: Jollibee Fun Catcher

     Jollibee Fun Catcher is offered for a limited time only. Price is P 425 with every purchase of any Jollibee value meal. This premium toy is available at any Jollibee store nationwide from December 5 to January 31, 2016 only. So hurry moms and dads, go to the nearest branch of Jollibee and get this perfect gift for your kids this holiday season.

     Thank you so much Jollibee for Kenzo's early Christmas gift. He's so surprised and happy when he received this gift weeks ago. He activates his Jollibee Fun Catcher toy everyday. I was watching him yesterday while playing this toy and noticed three things: this toy teaches him how to save money, there are three (3) joysticks, operating the toy can help develop his cognitive development, and he will also learn the art of "try and try until you succeed" virtue- patience!

For more information, visit Jollibee's website 

http://www.jollibee.com.ph/

Good Times!~

Happy 70th Birthday Thomas!

     Happy Birthday Thomas! Kenzo was so excited when he heard the news. We're going to Thomas' 70th birthday celebration at SM Mall of Asia. At first, I was hesitant to bring him there because we'll be travelling all the way from North to South but his dad agreed that he'll accompany us. Yay! Great news for Kenzo :) He was so excited to see Thomas and the gang. He was counting how many nights 'til the big day. After a week, his dream of joining Thomas' 70th Birthday Celebration came true!

   We we're fortunate that we made it to Thomas the Tank Engine's 70th Birthday Bash last September 27, 2015. Kenzo was very happy! When we arrived at the venue, all the kids we're wearing Thomas and Friends costumes and we're also happy and excited to join the celebration. More photos on what happened during Thomas 70th Birthday below :)

Happy 70th Birthday Thomas!
Kenzo and his ticket 

     During the event, Thomas and his friends prepared a lot of activities to all the kids who were present in the venue. Thomas' crew also encouraged all the attendees to wear costumes and join the contest. We saw awesome costumes of Thomas the Tank Engine. The kids wore different designs and some were created by their parents.

Happy 70th Birthday Thomas!
Kids who joined the best in Thomas costume contest

     The event was open to public. The kids were so happy that day, the venue was full of Thomas and Friends merchandise including toys, clothes, play sets, and other collectibles. Aside from the program, there were play stations and booths inside the venue so that other kids who did not join the contest have other things to do. Thomas and Friends carnival-themed party includes a play area, arts and crafts area, face painting and photo booth.

Happy 70th Birthday Thomas!
Thomas and Friends activity areas

     Thomas and his friends also prepared a storytelling session for all the kids before they announce the winner of the best in Thomas costume contest. All the kids were behave listening to the story. 

Happy 70th Birthday Thomas!
L- storytelling
 R- announcement of winners

     Everyone was so excited to see Thomas but he wasn't able to make it that day. But sir TopHam Hat also known as the Fat Controller arrived and performed a dance number with the train crew. The program ended with the announcement of winners. There were three winners for the best in Thomas the Train costumes. I can say all the winners were deserving to win because if you'll look closely, the costumes were made with passion by their parents. It's creativity at its finest!

Happy 70th Birthday Thomas!
L- Thomas' Birthday Cake
R- Sir TopHam Hat and Kenzo

     I would like to say thank you so much to mommy Glaiza of www.moomymusings.com, RichPrime and Toy Kingdom for this once in a lifetime experience of celebrating Thomas' birthday. I'm inviting everyone to see the entire Thomas and Friends toys and collectibles at all toy Kingdom and Toys R Us stores near you! Happy 70th Birthday, Thomas! We love you!!!

Good Times!~

Feature: Ogalala System in Play

     Rainy season officially started here in our country last month and now there are threats of typhoon in the nearby provinces. I'm sure kids have less time to spend outside because rainy season is here. Without sunshine and the outdoors, the weather forecast may include your little one’s dampened spirits. Fret not because even if the rain is pouring outside, Ogalala is here to the rescue! Worry no more as staying indoors with your kids will be a lot of fun and exciting with Ogalala System in Play. 

     Last month, I was invited by Ogalala (pronounced as oh-ga-lala) to their Child Development Workshop held at their flagship store in Shangrila Mall. Mommy bloggers together with their kiddos spent an afternoon of fun activity and learning. It's my first time to attend this kind of workshop and I've learned so many things on how to teach Kenzo after discovering the things that a visual learner needs. Kenzo is a visual learner, her easily learns from the things he see that's why his learning tools should include crayons, flashcards, story books, and other visual material. To know more about Ogalala, scroll down please!

Feature: Ogalala System in Play

     Ogalala is a multi-brand System in Play that integrates fun into learning, Ogalala carefully selects the world’s top branded educational tools which all contribute to your child’s physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development. These brands include:

• Crayola
• Melissa and Doug
• Artec
• Animal Planet
• Discovery Kids
• The Leaning Journey

Feature: Ogalala System in Play

     One brand that Ogalala carries is crayola. We all love colors, right? I’m ecstatic that afternoon after seeing these crayolas in all shapes, types, and sizes. I only knew few kinds of Crayola before but in their flagship store located at Shangrila Mall, everything Crayola is present! The newest addition to their growing family is the washable crayon paints. Like a curious kid, I've tested the Crayola Finger Paint and look I made a palm mark in that big canvass!

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Crayola Finger Paint

     For the rainy season, liven up the gray skies with Crayola’s myriad of coloring tools from markers, paints, crayons, and watercolors, all proven safe and child-friendly. Watch the rainy day gloom fade as your kids dabble with their creativity through Crayola’s Toys and Activity Pads, the ingenious Marker Maker, or the ultimate mess-free tool for toddlers, Color Wonder. With easy-to-grip products for the little ones, kids of all ages can all join in on the colorful fun. Plus, you won’t worry about their creativity manifesting all over because Crayola is the World’s Most Washable art tools. Just look for the Washable logo on the pack!

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Everything CRAYOLA!!!

    Take your kid’s creativity further with Melissa and Doug’s arts and crafts products. Awaken the artist in your child with activity books, sticker pads, and coloring pads that feature beautiful artwork. Also in the product line-up are stamp sets and bead sets which let your child explore his creative side while puzzles, blocks, and wooden toys enrich his knowledge and imagination.

     Nurture your kid’s inquisitive mind with Melissa and Doug’s wooden educational toys. Hours of learning and enjoyment await with wooden blocks, puzzle pegs, and jumbo puzzles that help hone their fine motor skills, color recognition, and even basic mathematic concepts!

Feature: Ogalala System in Play
Melissa and Doug

     Don’t let the rain keep your child from exploring the world with Animal Planet and Discovery Kids’ toys. Educate them about nature and the wonderful creatures of the wild with Animal Planet figures crafted with amazing detail to bring them to life. Make your child learn more than the usual with Discovery Kids’ binoculars, telescopes, and planetarium, all finely-crafted to spark your young one’s imagination and curiosity about this world and beyond.

Feature: Ogalala System in Play
Artec Hands On Lab Series and Ein-O-Science

     Believing in the “hands on experience” as the key to maximize learning, each Artec product aims to ease kids into the vast and fascinating world of science through one-of-a-kind toys. You can unleash your child’s inner scientist with the Hands On Lab Series, which features the make-your-own microscope, paper, water purification kit, and lie detector machine, among others. With Ein-O-Science experiment kits, learning about physics, chemistry, or geology is as engaging as ever. Mix things up and unlock the secrets of chemistry, or make things glow and light up the night sky with a set of different experiments all in one box!

Feature: Ogalala System in Play

     Fret not this rainy season with Ogalala’s exciting line-up of educational toys. Stock up on these learning essentials so your kids can have a blast at home, even without the sun. Kenzo wasn't able to join the event but he's very happy when he saw the Crayola Ultimate Art Supplies that was given to me after the event. Kenzo loves to draw and color his art works. He loves to draw all kinds of vehicles. Everything inside this art kit is awesome! From crayons, colored pencils, water colors, pen markers, and activity pads, these art materials from Crayola will surely make a gloomy day bright and colorful!

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Kenzo with his Crayola Ultimate Art Supplies

     Thank you so much Ogalala for having me. More of Kenzo's art and crafts activities using Crayola will be posted soon. I'll definitely go back to your flagship store with Kenzo and let him explore the world of Ogalala and show him all the educational toys inside the store!

     So for this rainy season, invest in educational toys that I'm sure your whole family will love. Educational toys from Ogalala System in Play will make learning fun and exciting! Say goodbye to gloomy rainy days with Ogalala System in Play!

Feature: Ogalala System in Play

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Ogalala is a branded System in Play developed by Internationale Globale Marques Inc. (IGM), distributor, manufacturer, and licensee of leading children’s global brands for the past 30 years. Taking its cue from play and parenting insights that integrate learning to play, Ogalala’s Play and Learn System develops the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional skills of a child from birth to 12 years. Know more about Ogalala at www.oga-lala.com.